Ristorante Via Venti - Italian Restaurant Monterosso
A family-run Italian restaurant tucked away in Monterosso, offering authentic homemade dishes and warm hospitality. A true hidden gem.
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Ristorante Via Venti - Italian Restaurant Monterosso
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A family-run Italian restaurant tucked away in Monterosso, offering authentic homemade dishes and warm hospitality. A true hidden gem.
"This place is a real gem! The owner is very friendly and attentive and the food was worthy of a Michelin recommendation."
Ask the Owner for Recs
The owner is very knowledgeable and happy to explain dishes, guiding you to perfect choices.
Try Local Wine
The house white wine is locally made and perfect for summer dining.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 0187 818347
Address
Via XX Settembre, 32, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy
Website
via-venti.eatbu.com/?lang=itHighlights
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Unique Pear & Cheese Pasta
A must-try dish featuring a delicate balance of sweet pear and savory cheese, highly praised by diners.
Authentic Homemade Italian
Experience genuine, family-run Italian cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients. A true hidden gem.
Exceptional & Welcoming Service
Attentive and knowledgeable staff, often including the owner, offering personalized recommendations.
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Ask the Owner for Recs
The owner is very knowledgeable and happy to explain dishes, guiding you to perfect choices.
Try Local Wine
The house white wine is locally made and perfect for summer dining.
Seek Out the Hidden Gem
This charming restaurant is off the main street, offering a quieter, more authentic experience.
Don't Skip Dessert
Homemade desserts, especially the lemon cake, are a must-try.
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Ask the Owner for Recs
The owner is very knowledgeable and happy to explain dishes, guiding you to perfect choices.
Try Local Wine
The house white wine is locally made and perfect for summer dining.
Seek Out the Hidden Gem
This charming restaurant is off the main street, offering a quieter, more authentic experience.
Don't Skip Dessert
Homemade desserts, especially the lemon cake, are a must-try.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ristorante Via Venti is a highly recommended hidden gem in Monterosso, celebrated for its authentic, homemade Italian cuisine and exceptional, friendly service. Diners rave about unique dishes like the pear and cheese pasta and the delicious lemon cake, though some have noted that portions can be small relative to the price, and one review indicated potential unwelcoming service towards Americans.
"We found this ristorante in an alley in Monterosso and loved it. The service was excellent and the owner made us feel so welcomed explaining each dish.
I ordered the seabass stuffed ravioli’s that were excellent in a light sauce with bits of calamari and shrimp. My husband ordered the spaghetti with fresh sardines with tomatoes and garlic.
We loved our dinner and highly recommend this restaurant! Authentic, homemade fresh Italian food you shouldn’t miss."
Sylvia Walker
"Amazing food and a must visit in Cinque Terre. Great waiters that know the menu and can beautifully described all the food and which ingredients where locally caught just in the sea and which were sourced from Italy. Amazing food"
Jackson Dunitz
"This place is a real gem!
The owner is very friendly and attentive and the food was worthy of a Michelin recommendation in our opinion - Top notch presentation, fresh and creative dishes (the pear pasta dish is a must!) and all at very reasonable prices.
Do yourself a favour and visit this true Italian treat!"
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is located off the main street in Monterosso, often described as a hidden gem down a quiet side street.
Diners highly recommend the pear and cheese pasta, truffle ravioli, seabass stuffed ravioli, and the homemade lemon cake.
Generally, service is exceptional with friendly and knowledgeable staff, often including the owner who provides great recommendations.
There may be limited vegan options available, but it's best to inquire directly with the restaurant.
While reservations are not always necessary, seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. It's recommended to arrive early.
The restaurant offers an excellent wine list, and local house white wine is particularly recommended.
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As the day winds down, savor a fine dining experience at Ristorante Via Venti - Italian Restaurant Monterosso, where the chef's creations are a blend of tradition and innovation. Conclude the evening with a relaxed passeggiata (evening stroll) along the beach promenade.
Summer In Monterosso Al Mare
’ Just picture this… sea rocks jutting out from the aquamarine waters of the Mediterranean Sea, pastel-hued buildings, hills shrouded in mist, and those lollipop-like colourful beach umbrellas you have seen in the Italian postcards.
I 15 migliori ristorantinella città Monterosso al mare della La spezia Nella nostra classifica .
01/06/2025: Very good, very fine, but the quantity is completely insufficient. We left the table still hungry. Given the prices, this is unacceptable.
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